Choosing a university is about more than just selecting a degree. It is about finding a community that nurtures every aspect of a student’s growth – academically, professionally and personally. At the University of Notre Dame Australia, that commitment to the whole person remains at the heart of its mission, providing students with an education that combines academic excellence, strong values and meaningful support.
Located in the heart of Fremantle, Notre Dame offers a distinctive university experience across a historic campus that blends heritage architecture with modern learning environments. Students have access to contemporary teaching facilities, specialist laboratories, simulation spaces, libraries, student study areas, recreational facilities and vibrant social spaces, all within walking distance of Fremantle’s cafés, shops and waterfront. The campus’s unique setting creates a welcoming environment where students can develop a strong sense of belonging while pursuing their academic goals.
A defining feature of Notre Dame is its commitment to student success. The University provides an extensive range of support services designed to help students thrive from their first day through to graduation. Academic learning support assists students in developing effective study habits, research skills and academic confidence. Dedicated career services help students explore career pathways, build employability skills and connect with industry opportunities, ensuring they are well prepared for professional life.
Recognising that financial pressures can present challenges for many students, Notre Dame also offers a variety of financial assistance programs and scholarship opportunities. These scholarships support students from diverse backgrounds and recognise academic achievement, leadership potential, community involvement and individual circumstances. Through scholarships, bursaries and targeted financial support, the University works to reduce barriers and make higher education more accessible.
For many prospective students, the path to university is not always straightforward. Notre Dame recognises that academic potential can be demonstrated in many ways and offers a range of alternative entry pathways. Through enabling programs such as UniPath and the Tertiary Pathway Program, pathway initiatives such as Future You, and holistic admissions processes that consider more than academic scores alone, the University provides opportunities for school leavers, mature-age applicants and those seeking a different route into higher education.
Central to Notre Dame’s mission is its commitment to preparing graduates to make meaningful contributions to their communities and society. This philosophy is reflected in a diverse range of study opportunities available from Semester 1 2027.
Students passionate about improving wellbeing can choose from a suite of health-focused programs, including Clinical Exercise Physiology, Exercise and Sport Science, Health Sciences, Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy. There’s also the Bachelor of Biomedical Science, which offers a Priority Entry Pathway to the postgraduate Doctor of Medicine. And postgrad allied health offerings include Paramedicine, Physiotherapy and Speech Pathology (Qualifying). These qualifications prepare graduates to support individuals, families and communities through prevention, treatment, rehabilitation and person-centred care.
Future educators can pursue the Bachelor of Health and Physical Education (Secondary) or a Master of Primary or Secondary Education, developing the knowledge and practical experience to inspire future generations and contribute to thriving school communities.
Students drawn to social impact can undertake a Master of Social Work, preparing them to advocate for vulnerable people and strengthen community wellbeing. Those interested in shaping the built environment can study the Graduate Diploma of Architectural Studies, developing skills to create spaces that enhance the lives of individuals and communities.
Notre Dame also recognises the importance of ethical leadership in today’s complex world. The Master of Business Administration equips professionals with advanced leadership, strategic and management capabilities, preparing graduates to lead with integrity and create lasting value for organisations and society.
This student-centred approach is delivering exceptional outcomes. Notre Dame has been ranked among the nation’s top universities for graduate performance, following the release of the 2025 QILT Employer Satisfaction Survey. Employers ranked Notre Dame second nationally for overall satisfaction with graduates and first for Collaborative Skills, placing the University among Australia’s leading institutions in a highly competitive sector.
While career success remains important, Notre Dame’s vision extends further. The University seeks to develop graduates who are equipped to make a lasting difference in their communities and the wider world through a holistic educational experience that nurtures both professional capability and personal purpose.
In an increasingly complex world, students are looking for more than a qualification. They are seeking purpose, opportunity and a supportive environment in which to grow. Through outstanding student support, accessible pathways, valuable scholarships and a strong commitment to educating for the common good, Notre Dame prepares graduates for rewarding careers while inspiring them to become active contributors to their communities. It is an education designed not just to open doors, but to make a lasting difference.
Learn more and apply at notredame.edu.au/study.